Jim’s efforts blossom into best of British

Jim Mihulka with some of his begonias from his greenhouse. He was given first prize in a competition in Ayr which saw begonia growers compete from all oer the UK.

Published:09:55Thursday 20 August 2015

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Jim Mihulka, of Redpath, shows off the silverware after winning the British begonia championship at Ayr Flower Show.

It is only the second time someone from the Borders has lifted this title (John Runciman, Peebles, triumphed in 1986). Jim also won best exhibit in show with his board of 12 blooms as well as a prize for his cut blooms.